CIGI experts are available for interview to provide analysis of the geopolitical, economic and legal implications of the recent U.S. military operation in Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro.
This military operation marks a pivotal moment for Western Hemisphere security, global governance, and international law and trade. The following experts can speak specifically to U.S. foreign policy objectives, multilateral responses, economic and supply-chain risks, and the impact on the international rules-based order.
Experts:
Arif Lalani – Distinguished Fellow, Centre for International Governance Innovation
Former Canadian diplomat Arif Lalani specializes in geopolitics, international affairs, and trade. He can speak to the immediate and long-term impacts of the operation on global order, crisis management in post-conflict scenarios, and multilateral responses from the UN Security Council, NATO, and Europe.
Einar Tangen – Senior Fellow, Centre for International Governance
Einar Tangen focuses on global power dynamics, international law, and economic strategy, with expertise on China's global interests. Based in Beijing, he can offer insights into supply-chain risks arising from the conflict, especially relevant to China as a major trade partner and investor in Venezuelan oil.
Hector Torres – Senior Fellow, Centre for International Governance Innovation
Hector Torres, former IMF executive director, specializes in international economic and trade law and global governance reform. He can address the legal and economic consequences of U.S. military action for international law, trade partners, and institutions such as the IMF and WTO. He began his diplomatic career in Venezuela in the mid-1980s.
These experts are available for immediate interview and are following the developing story closely. Flexible scheduling can be arranged to meet deadlines.
For media inquiries or to schedule an interview, please contact:
Communications Team
Centre for International Governance Innovation
519-885-2444
communications@cigionline.org
About CIGI:
The Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) is an independent, non-partisan think tank whose peer-reviewed research, foresight and trusted analysis influence policymakers to innovate. With the engagement of a global network of experts and contributors, CIGI tackles the governance challenges and opportunities of data and transformative technologies, including AI, and their impact on the economy, security, democracy and, ultimately, societies. For more information, please visit cigionline.org.
